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Laysan Duck

Anas laysanensis

Critically Endangered

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Laysan Duck (Anas laysanensis) is classified as Critically Endangered (CR) on the IUCN Red List. Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild due to severe population decline and habitat loss.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Anas laysanensis (Laysan Duck)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese レイサンマガモ

Chinese 來珊鴨

Spanish Ánade de Laysán

French Canard de Laysan

German Laysanstockente

Portuguese pato-de-laysan

Russian Лайсанский чирок

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Auckland Islands Teal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Laysan Duck?

The scientific name of Laysan Duck is Anas laysanensis. It belongs to the genus Anas.

What is the conservation status of Laysan Duck?

Laysan Duck (Anas laysanensis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Laysan Duck live?

Laysan Duck is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom.

What family does Laysan Duck belong to?

Laysan Duck (Anas laysanensis) belongs to the genus Anas, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

Is Laysan Duck endangered?

Yes, Laysan Duck (Anas laysanensis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Laysan Duck belong to?

Laysan Duck (Anas laysanensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Laysan Duck?

The closest relatives of Laysan Duck in the genus Anas include African Black Duck, American Black Duck, Andaman Teal, Andean Teal, Auckland Islands Teal.